London, Ontario is an urban hub with a population of over 400,000. London is unique in the fact that it is a major urban centre that geographically sits in the middle of several rural communities that comprise Southwestern Ontario.

Doors Open London events target not only residents of London, but also visitors to the city, coming from those rural areas surrounding the city and beyond. London is primarily an English-speaking community, with a growing population of diverse cultures. Over 20 per cent of London's population is made up of different ethnic groups. London does also have a French-speaking community. Spanish and Arabic are the other two major languages spoken here.

Explore the city and discover its diversity!

The London Heritage Council does not coordinate volunteers for Doors Open Ontario. Participating sites throughout London will recruit and coordinate their own volunteers. Event volunteer roles are varied, such as providing guided tours of the site, managing crowds, managing the artists/performers as they perform through the weekend, and performing dance, music and/or historical re-enactments.

We invite you to reach out directly to a site if you wish to volunteer with them. Thank you.

Doors Open London has always been successful at garnering support from local community organizations and will once again be supported by the City of London, Tourism London, various local business associations and print, radio and television media.